scholarly journals Incorporating Jigsaw Strategy to Support Students’ Learning through Action Research

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 252-266
Author(s):  
Norafiah Haji Jainal ◽  
Masitah Shahrill
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Travel And Tourism ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Working Together ◽  
Collaborative Skills ◽  
Tourism Services

The study explored the use of cooperative learning strategy in students’ learning of Marketing for Tourism subject. The sample of this study consisted of 19 final year Diploma students from the Travel and Tourism services course. The study utilizes an action research approach, which involves the process of improving the method of teaching and students’ learning through several repetitive cycles. The aim of the research is to investigate the use of cooperative learning by adopting the Jigsaw strategy in order to enhance students’ understanding of the subject. The objectives of the study were achieved through the use of pre- and post-achievement tests, observations, semi-structured interviews and reflection. The findings of this study showed improvements in the students’ test results. The outcome concurred with previous study findings that indicated the Jigsaw strategy supports better performance in students’ learning. The students’ perceptions of working together in a structured group improved as they enjoyed using the strategy, and the skills that contributed to the features of cooperative learning were developed throughout the process. The students also felt the need to rely on each other for information, being responsible, and by supporting each other improved their social and collaborative skills.

scholarly journals Using An Activity Tracker in Rehabilitation: Experiences of Healthcare Professionals and Patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (10) ◽  
pp. 5147
Author(s):  
Darcy Ummels ◽  
Emmylou Beekman ◽  
Susy M. Braun ◽  
Anna J. Beurskens
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Rehabilitation Center ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Activity Tracker ◽  
Activity Trackers ◽  
Action Research Approach

Despite the increased use of activity trackers, little is known about how they can be used in healthcare settings such as rehabilitation centers. This study aimed to support healthcare professionals and patients with embedding an activity tracker in the daily clinical practice of a rehabilitation center and gaining knowledge about the implementation process. An action research design was used to let healthcare professionals and patients learn about how and when they can use an activity tracker. Data collection was performed in a specialized rehabilitation center with audio recordings of conversations during therapy, reflection sessions with the therapists, and semi-structured interviews with the patients. Analyses were performed by directed content analyses. Twenty-eight conversations during therapy, four reflection sessions, and eleven interviews were recorded. Both healthcare professionals and patients were positive about the use of activity trackers and experienced it as an added value. Therapists formulated exclusion criteria for patients, a flowchart on when to use the activity tracker, defined goals, and guidance on how to discuss (the data of) the activity tracker. The action research approach was helpful to allow therapists to learn and reflect with each other and embed the activity trackers into their clinical practice at a rehabilitation center.

Upaya Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Fiqih pada Materi Menginfaqkan Harta di Luar Zakat Melalui Strategi the Power of Two Siswa Kelas VIII MTs Jam’iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 144-150
Author(s):  
Khairuddin YM
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Student Responses ◽  
Average Value ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Class Viii

The purpose of this paper is to find out whether there is an increase in fiqh learning outcomes through the implementation of the power of two strategy for class VIII students at MTs Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura. This research method is by using a classroom action research approach. The data obtained from research through observation, tests or by using other strategies. The conclusions that can be drawn from this paper are student responses after the implementation of The Power Of Two learning strategy about improving Fiqh teaching and learning outcomes in the material of raising assets outside zakat for class VIII students at MTs Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura at the pre-test stage with an average value class 57.93 with the number of students who completed as many as 6 people with a percentage of 20.68% and students who did not complete as many as 23 people with a percentage of 79.31%, then after applying the power of two strategy there was an increase in the first cycle as many as 17 students completed with a percentage of 58.62% and as many as 12 students did not complete with a percentage of 41.38%. Because it has not met the researcher's target, it is continued in the second cycle. In the second cycle, there was an increase of 25 students who completed with a percentage of 88.20% and as many as 4 students did not complete with a percentage of 13.80%. Keywords: Improvement, The Power Of Two Strategy, creativity, Fiqh pelajaran lessons

scholarly journals MENINGKATKAN INTERAKSI DAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR IPS SISWA KELAS VII SMPN 1 KARANGPLOSO MELALUI TEKNIK STUDENT-CENTERED-LEARNING

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 129-140
Author(s):  
Khumaidi Khumaidi
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
Seventh Graders ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Student Centered Learning ◽  
Full Responsibility ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Classroom Action Research

   The aim of this research is to see the increase of motivation and interaction in learning social sciences of SMP students.  This study took place at the SMPN 1 Karangploso Malang involving 30 seventh graders. This research used a classroom action research approach using two cycles and each cycle was conducted for three meetings.  The results show that scores on IPS increase substantially from cycle I to cycle II.  In addition, motivation and interaction that are elaborated into five indicators increase from 76% to 93%. The results are: appreciating friends’ contribution (76.7%), sharing the assignment with full responsibility (83.3%), asking query to the friend with full friendship (83.3%), giving assistance to review friends’ tasks (90%), and giving suggestions (62.3).  This result implies that cooperative learning gives maximum benefits to develop motivation and interaction in the classroom and the method is necessary to develop for other lessons.             

scholarly journals PENERAPAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN KOOPERATIF TIPE STAD DALAM MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR EKONOMI DI KELAS XI SMA NEGERI 10 BULUKUMBA

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 15
Author(s):  
Nelly Nelly
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Student Teams ◽  
Classroom Action Research

This study aims to determine the economic learning outcomes of students by using the STAD Cooperative Learning Model (Student Teams Achievement Division). The method used is a classroom action research approach that takes place in two cycles. Data are analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. The results of the study showed that the learning outcomes of students in the material analyzing employment problems in Indonesia experienced an increase. This is based on the results of the analysis carried out, obtained classical completeness that is 53.33 percent increased to 86.67 percent

scholarly journals GALLERY WALK; An Alternative Learning Strategy in Increasing Students’ Active Learning

Nady Al-Adab ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 49
Author(s):  
Muhammad Ridwan
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Active Learning ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Alternative Learning ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Language Classroom

Hasanuddin University of Makassar, Indonesia, has changed its pedagogical paradigm from teaching to facilitating. The training contains strategies in managing the classroom, particularly in engaging and facilitating students in the learning process. Specifically in the Arabic language classroom, for the last 6 years. The present study outlines an action-research approach to the Gallery Walk, a practice that has proven to be successful in incorporating these strategies, to create an active-learning environment. The purpose of this classroom-based action research is to describe Gallery Walk implementation, and to analyze the effect of Gallery Walk and its modifications, in increasing students’ participation and learning. In terms of method, reflections and a questionnaire were used to collect data from 29 participating students. The questionnaire contains questions related to students’ knowledge, skills, and attitudes. The data was described and analyzed in quantitative fashion. The results show that the Gallery Walk exercise can effectively engage students in the learning process. The students can obtain knowledge effortlessly, utilize their skills in understanding the topic discussed and create a constructive attitude towards other students. The conclusion can be drawn that the four Gallery Walk sessions can significantly lead students to participate broadly in the learning process.

scholarly journals Understanding the Global Trade of Second-Hand Clothing by Analyzing Used Clothing Donor Perceptions in Ottawa

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tayler Hernandez
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Behavioural Change ◽  
Clothing Industry ◽  
Low Income Countries ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Commodity Chain ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Trading Network

The second-hand clothing commodity chain is a global, multi-billion dollar trading network which has been growing steadily since the early 1990s. Used clothing tends to be exported from high-income countries, like Canada, to low-income countries around the world, undermining local apparel industries, livelihoods, and environments. Despite this, North Americans are often ethically motivated to donate; framing their donations within humanitarian and environmental aspirations. In other words, there is a disjuncture between the perceptions of used clothing donors, and the livelihood and environmental impacts on the ground in receiving countries. I take an action-research approach to explore and address this tension, and my work is guided by the question: how do donors of used clothing view their role within the second-hand clothing commodity chain and how does this impact their clothing donation behaviour? I draw from semi-structured interviews (n = 20) with students at Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario, who have donated used clothing at least four times within the past two years. Young Canadians are an important study group because they are still developing donation habits. In particular, university students can help shape the future of the second-hand clothing industry. I am confident that by improving environmental education and making students aware of the ecological and livelihood impacts of used clothing donation, my action-research approach not only has the potential to impact life-long behavioural change of participants but will uncover creative alternatives for Canada to develop a second-hand clothing industry that is more environmentally viable and socially ethical.

scholarly journals The impact of a humanitarian disaster on the working approach of accountants: a study of contingent effects

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonida Carungu ◽  
Roberto Di Pietra ◽  
Matteo Molinari
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Complex Dynamics ◽  
Theoretical Perspective ◽  
Human Condition ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
The Impact

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate how a humanitarian disaster as coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) shapes the working approach of accountants. This research is motivated by the call for more in-depth analyses of how COVID-19 affects the work, role and human condition of accountants. The study aims to discover the contingent effects, based on the contingency theory, on accountants' work due to a disaster like COVID-19.Design/methodology/approachThis is a qualitative study with an action research approach. The research relies on semi-structured interviews and the active participation of a co-author in a professional organisation under investigation. Data collected are analysed using thematic analysis through an inductive interpretative approach.FindingsThe contingent shock embodies both a reactive and adaptive approach in the accountants' professional work. From a theoretical perspective, this study identifies nine contingent phases related to shock. The accountants' experience helps to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic contingently shapes the working approach of accountants with both short- and long-term organisational implications.Originality/valueBased on the literature survey, this is the first study to adopt an action research approach to engage with the complex dynamics involved in the social context of COVID-19 by discovering the effective actions, reactions, changes and solutions to problems experienced by professional accountants. This approach helps to build knowledge that enhances professional, and community practises by answering the call for multidisciplinary contributions in accounting to address the global COVID-19 crisis, its impacts and opportunities for future research.

scholarly journals The process of transprofessional collaboration: how caregivers integrated the perspectives of rehabilitation through working with a physical therapist

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. e000378
Author(s):  
Ryohei Goto ◽  
Junji Haruta
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Home ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Physical Therapist ◽  
Nursing Home Residents ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Informal Interview ◽  
Trial Basis ◽  
Field Notes

ObjectivesTo clarify the process of how caregivers in a nursing home integrate the perspectives of rehabilitation into their responsibilities through working with a physical therapist.DesignThis study was conducted under an action research approach.SettingThe target facility was a nursing home located in Japan. The researcher, a physical therapist, worked at the nursing home once a week from April 2016 to March 2017. During the study period, he created field notes focused on the dialogue and action of caregivers regarding care, responses of caregivers to the physical therapist and reflections as a physical therapist. Caregivers were also given a short informal interview about their relationship with the nursing home residents. For data analysis, two researchers discussed the content based on the field notes, consolidating the findings.ParticipantsThe participants were caregivers who worked at the target facility. Thirty-eight caregivers agreed to participate. Average age was 39.6±11.1 years, 14 (37%) were male and average caregiver experience was 9.8 years.ResultsTwo cycles of action research were conducted during the study period. There were four stages in the process of how caregivers in the nursing home integrated the perspectives of rehabilitation through their work with the physical therapist. First, caregivers resisted having the rehabilitation programme carried out in the unit because they perceived that rehabilitation performed by a physical therapist was a special process and not under their responsibility. However, the caregivers were given a shared perspective on rehabilitation by the physical therapist, which helped them to understand the meaning of care to adapt the residents’ abilities to their daily life. They practised resident-centred care on a trial basis, although with a sense of conflict between their new and previous role, which emphasised the safety of residents’ lives and personhood. The caregivers increased their self-efficacy as their knowledge and skills were supplemented by the physical therapist and his approval of their attempted care. They were then able to commit to their newly conceived specialty of care as a means of supporting the lives of residents.ConclusionsThe process of working with a physical therapist led to a change in caregivers’ perception and behaviours, which occurred in four stages: resistance to incorporation, recapture of other perspectives, conflicts and trials in the role of caregiver and transformation to a resident-centred perspective.

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